Empire of Byzantium Books in Order

Basil II inherits a Byzantine throne surrounded by rebellion, ambitious generals, and enemies on its borders. Forging alliances with soldiers and the Varangian Guard, he pursues imperial survival through campaigns that demand increasingly ruthless choices.

Justinian and Theodora seek to rebuild Constantinople and restore Roman power while riots, plague, and war threaten Byzantium. Their partnership faces mounting pressure as military ambition drains the treasury and rebuilding an empire exacts a personal cost.

Irene arrives in Constantinople to marry the emperor and enters a court divided over religious images. As empress and regent, she confronts plotting generals and a rivalry with her own son while fighting to restore the icons.

Heraclius seizes the Byzantine throne as the empire approaches collapse, then fights to recover lands lost to Persia. His victories face a new challenge when forces emerging from Arabia threaten the world he has struggled to preserve.

Educated for imperial life, Anna Komnene dreams of ruling Byzantium but encounters family rivalry and court intrigue. When her ambitions fail, she must find another way to preserve her voice and her father’s legacy through writing.